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💡Did you know Patio3D uses ICC-ES-based engineering?

Published 7 months ago • 1 min read

“If they design it, they'll want to know the price.”

Did you know?

Patio3D has full engineering integration for Alumawood and Four Seasons, based on the ESR-1398 (2021 IBC), ESR-1953 (2021 IBC), and ESR-2229 plans, all approved for use nationwide!

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Accurate engineering means customers can explore unlimited styles and sizes with perfectly accurate 3D renders — instantly!

Patio3D is aware of every structural detail in the ICC-ESR reports.

Such as:

  1. For on-slab installations, the reaction force at each post must not exceed 750 lbf, as required by the building code.
  2. The maximum side overhang can’t exceed 25% of the post spacing.
  3. The maximum panel or rafter overhang can’t exceed 25% of the clear span.
  4. At least one horizontal dimension (projection or width) of Freestanding covers shall be less than 30'.
  5. A minimum 3.5' concrete slab is required with constrained footings.
  6. Footings are required if the patio's width is less than 100% of its projection up to C150, or less than 110–120% at higher wind loads.
  7. When a constrained footing is required, the larger uplift or constrained footing from the header is used.
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    …and many more!

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Patio3D is built for for all budgets, markets, and priorities.

For the same design, customers can generate the most cost-effective engineering build, the one with the fewest posts, no footings, or the maximum open space.

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Patio3D also includes an advanced pricing book (optional).

Just fill in your prices, and it will automatically generate a quote that resembles a manufacturer’s quote thanks to its precise engineering!

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Patio3D supports regional options (such as different colors) and regional pricing!

You can try Patio3D for free! Live and branded on your website within one day — with no back and forth or work required on your end!

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If you have any feature requests, feedback, or questions you’d like to share, you can send them anonymously here:

👉 https://patio3d.com/contact-us​

Our team is always eager to hear from you!

More to come!

Emma Whitmore,
Business Development, RedLayers​

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